You will need:
Approx 1,800-3,600 yards of sport weight yarn
(Yardage will vary depending on size, length, and customizations)
Size G/4mm crochet hook
Stitch markers
Scissors
Yarn needle
Measuring tape
Note: Due to the open concept style, this pattern can be used with fingering, sport, DK, or even worsted weight yarn, but keep in mind that thicker yarn will result in a heavier dress. Adjust your hook size to fit the yarn used.

Yarn Used for Sample:
Lion Brand Truboo in Tan, 2,410 yards (10 skeins) for size M

Stitches used:
Chain (ch)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Single crochet (sc)
Front post single crochet (fpsc)
Half double crochet (hdc)
Front post half double crochet (fphdc)
Double crochet (dc)
Front post double crochet (fpdc)
Double crochet 2 together (dc2tog)
See Page 3 for a photo tutorial on front post double crochet. Pattern uses an fpdc, dc repeat also known as an Alpine Stitch.

This pattern is written to be fully customizable to your own measurements. The pattern includes suggested measurements to create adult sizes S (32”-34” chest circumference), M (36”-38”), L (40”-42”), 1X (44”-46”), 2X (48”-50”) and 3X (52”-54”) as well as tips to customize the size of your garment to fit perfectly in any size. I write my patterns this way to give you the creative freedom to make your garment to fit your own size and style preferences.

The design is created to have a moderately fitted bodice. My sample was made with about 2” of positive ease in the bodice, meaning that the circumference of my finished dress is 2” larger than my chest measurement. (I have a 38” chest and made my front and back panels each 20” wide, a total circumference of 40”). You can adjust the size of your panels to fit the amount of ease you prefer. Because of this emphasis on measurements, gauge will not impact your sizing, but gauge will still impact drape. If you plan to block your garment, plan for a slight increase in measurements after blocking.